Learn to sew a pouf

£85.00

SKU: N/A Categories: , Tag:

Description

Learn to sew a pouf

Learn to sew a pouf in this day sewing class.

The Closet Core Pouf is the ultimate scrap busting project. It’s a fun and easy quilting project that also makes additional seating or a nice rest for your tired feet. Not only can you use up your scraps of fabric for the outside of the pouf but wait for it – you can actually fill it with scraps too!!

If you have bags of scraps that are bursting at the seams, this is a perfect project for you!

This is a Level 3 class – it is suitable for those who have used a sewing machine before, can confidently thread the machine and bobbin and have sewn several projects before.

Please get in touch if you are not sure whether this is a suitable level for you.

 

In order to save time on the day, the paper pattern templates will be sent out to you in advance so that you can cut out your fabric pieces prior to the class. They can also be downloaded free from the Closet Core website here.

You will learn how to:

  • How to sew your own piping
  • How to insert a zip (standard or invisible)
  • How to finish off raw edges neatly using a zig zag stitch or overcast foot. The overlocker will be available for you to use if you are familiar with an overlocker and confident using it.

What is included:

  • Paper templates for the pouf which will be sent out in advance of the class.
  • Full tuition in order to make your garment

You will need:

  • Fabric  – it is recommended to use a sturdy, medium to heavyweight fabric.  You can use lighter weight fabric if you interface them first – in which case you will need enough fusible interfacing to interface your fabric pieces.
  • 1 x 22″ zipper (an invisible zipper or regular one)
  • Machine thread
  • Optional – piping cord and fabric for piping
  • Lunch – please bring lunch to have or feel free to visit one of the shops or cafes in Knowle.

Cost £85

Lorna says:

“I absolutely love my pouf that has pride of place in our living room. Having made this entirely from fabric pieces in my stash and then filling it with scraps, it is very satisfying to put them all to good use. You can also top up the filling with old clothes, blankets, towels etc. It’s a great project for combining lots of different skills too.

 

 

Bookings

£85.00

Additional information

Date

Thursday 16th March 2023 – 9.30am-4.30pm, Monday 3rd July 2023 – 9.30am-4.30pm

Reviews

There are no reviews yet.

Be the first to review “Learn to sew a pouf”

Quick Comparison

SettingsLearn to sew a pouf removeIntroduction to patchwork and quilting removeChildren's sewing class - Learn to sew a fabric bookmark removeBeginners Sewing Class removeLearn to sew a dress - Tilly and the Buttons Lotta dress removeLearn to sew a pair of pyjama trousers remove
NameLearn to sew a pouf removeIntroduction to patchwork and quilting removeChildren's sewing class - Learn to sew a fabric bookmark removeBeginners Sewing Class removeLearn to sew a dress - Tilly and the Buttons Lotta dress removeLearn to sew a pair of pyjama trousers remove
Image
SKU
Rating
Price£85.00£50.00£25.00£40.00£120.00£70.00
Stock

Out of stock

AvailabilityOut of stock
Add to cart

Description
Content

Learn to sew a pouf

Learn to sew a pouf in this day sewing class. The Closet Core Pouf is the ultimate scrap busting project. It’s a fun and easy quilting project that also makes additional seating or a nice rest for your tired feet. Not only can you use up your scraps of fabric for the outside of the pouf but wait for it – you can actually fill it with scraps too!! If you have bags of scraps that are bursting at the seams, this is a perfect project for you! This is a Level 3 class – it is suitable for those who have used a sewing machine before, can confidently thread the machine and bobbin and have sewn several projects before. Please get in touch if you are not sure whether this is a suitable level for you. In order to save time on the day, the paper pattern templates will be sent out to you in advance so that you can cut out your fabric pieces prior to the class. They can also be downloaded free from the Closet Core website here. You will learn how to:
  • How to sew your own piping
  • How to insert a zip (standard or invisible)
  • How to finish off raw edges neatly using a zig zag stitch or overcast foot. The overlocker will be available for you to use if you are familiar with an overlocker and confident using it.
What is included:
  • Paper templates for the pouf which will be sent out in advance of the class.
  • Full tuition in order to make your garment
You will need:
  • Fabric  – it is recommended to use a sturdy, medium to heavyweight fabric.  You can use lighter weight fabric if you interface them first – in which case you will need enough fusible interfacing to interface your fabric pieces.
  • 1 x 22″ zipper (an invisible zipper or regular one)
  • Machine thread
  • Optional – piping cord and fabric for piping
  • Lunch – please bring lunch to have or feel free to visit one of the shops or cafes in Knowle.
Cost £85 Lorna says: “I absolutely love my pouf that has pride of place in our living room. Having made this entirely from fabric pieces in my stash and then filling it with scraps, it is very satisfying to put them all to good use. You can also top up the filling with old clothes, blankets, towels etc. It’s a great project for combining lots of different skills too.

Bookings

£85.00

Introduction to patchwork and quilting

In the introduction to patchwork and quilting class, you will learn the essential basic skills of quilting and make a pretty patchwork sampler. This sewing class is suitable for those who have used a sewing machine before and can confidently thread the machine and bobbin. If you need a beginners class or a refresher then have a look at beginners classes available or get in touch for a 1 to 1 session.

You will learn:
  • What materials and equipment you will need in order to make a quilt
  • How to cut fabric pieces accurately using a rotary wheel, quilting ruler and self healing mat
  • How to use an even feed/walking foot
  • How to piece squares together accurately to make your sample topper
  • How to layer your quilt sampler together to prepare for the quilting stage
  • How to quilt your sample with a simple design
  • How to make your own quilt binding
  • How to bind your quilt sampler using the sewing machine and by hand
  • How to sew a mitred corner
You will make a quilt sampler that is a 3 X 3 square block (approx size 11.5″ x 11.5″) This would make a pretty wall hanging or mat to display flowers on/ornaments. The bias binding provided for the edging will be plain white. Equipment and Materials: What is included:
  • White bias binding for quilt binding
  • Wadding
  • White backing fabric
  • Machine thread
  • Use of Janome sewing machines and tools including rotary cutters, quilting rulers and self healing mats.
  • Photographic handout of the skills learnt in the workshop will be emailed to you after the class
What you need to bring:
  • Fabric squares for the patchwork front. You will need 9 squares of 4.5″ x 4.5″. Scraps of fabric or fat quarters would be ideal. You could have 9 different fabrics or as a minimum you could have 4 of one design and 5 of another.
Cost £50 Lorna says: “Patchwork and quilting can be extremely therapeutic and satisfying. This workshop is perfect for getting you started and will teach you the essential skills you would need to be able to go on and make your first quilt. Be warned – it can get addictive!!”

 

Children’s sewing class –

Learn to sew fabric bookmarks

This class is ideal for children who have never used a sewing machine before or if they don't feel that confident. Time will be spent at the beginning going through how to use the machine and practising. If your child has used a machine before then they will be able to crack on with the project and have more time to create!

In this children’s sewing class, you will learn how to make some fabulous fabric bookmarks.  Be inspired, unleash your creativity and learn a fantastic skill at the same time. There are 2 types of bookmarks and each one can be completely unique as you can customise them as you wish.

 

 

 

 

For children in Year 5 and above.

Equipment and Materials:

  • Janome sewing machines and basic sewing tools provided to use.
  • All fabric and materials for the project are included.
  • Soft drinks/biscuits included.

Other points to note:

  • Finger guards will be fitted to the sewing machines which prevent fingers getting too close to the sewing needle
  • I have an up to date DBS check

Other points to note:

  • There will be a selection of fabrics to choose from. Alternatively if you would prefer to supply your own fabric just let me know and I can give you the dimensions.

Cost £25 

 

  

Beginners Sewing Class

Get to grips with sewing machine basics in this 3 hour beginners sewing class. Learn how to thread the machine, wind the bobbin, sew basic machine stitches (straight stitch, back stitch, zig zag) and simple trouble shooting tips. Put these skills into practice by making an envelope cushion cover. This class is suitable for complete beginners or those that are in need of a refresher. This class will hopefully give you the confidence that you need to go on and make some further more challenging projects – or if not, hundreds of cushion covers!!!! What is included?
  • Janome sewing machines and basic sewing tools provided to use
  • A selection of fabrics and threads will be available for you to choose from for the project. If you would prefer to bring your own fabric then please see details below
  • Handout with instructions to repeat the project at home will be emailed after the class
  • Tea/coffee
Optional bring your own:
  • Fabric
Woven non stretchy fabric e.g. 100% cotton, upholstery weight fabric (please get in touch if not sure about fabric) Remnant baskets of fabric shops/department stores are great places for picking up fabrics for cushion covers at reduced price. You could use an old curtain or bed sheet to practice on. If fabric is 115cm/45″ wide you will need 1m of fabric If fabric is 150cm/60″ wide you will need 1/2m of fabric
  • Matching thread
Cost £40 Lorna says: “A cushion cover is the perfect project for either a complete beginner sewist or someone looking to refresh their skills. Learn the basic stitches  straight lines and turning corners – core skills for progressing onto more challenging projects. Gain confidence using a sewing machine – that’s what it’s all about. You can also really change the look and feel of a room quite quickly by refreshing cushion covers so come along and learn the skills and then get making!!”

Bookings

£40.00

Learn to sew a dress in a day –

The Tilly and the Buttons Lotta dress

Learn some new dressmaking skills and make a fabulous dress!  Spend a whole day making a dress that is perfect for all seasons. This is a day course aimed at those who are familiar with a sewing machine and have made a few projects, preferably including one garment . You must be able to wind a bobbin, thread the machine and sew basic stitches. Using the Tilly and the Buttons Lotta pattern you will choose and make a dress. "Easy to make, with no fiddly bits, Lotta is a perfect dressmaking project for beginners, or a satisfyingly speedy sew for more experienced stitchers. It has a blousy bodice and flared skirt, cinched in with a narrow elasticated waistline. Choose between knee-length or midi-length skirt, with grown-on short sleeves or bracelet-length drop shoulder sleeves, with optional deep patch pockets. To make it even more versatile, you can make this dress in either woven fabric or stretchy jersey." (from Tilly and the Buttons website) If you are at the beginning of your dressmaking journey you may wish to choose making your dress from woven fabric (non stretchy). If you have made garments from woven fabric before and would like to learn sewing with stretch then choose the version made from stretchy fabric. What is included:
  • Sewing pattern – Tilly and the Buttons Lotta dress pattern worth £15.50 - this will be sent to you in advance for a small amount of pre workshop preparation.
  • Tea/coffee/soft drinks
  • Use of Janome sewing machines
  • All sewing tools provided for you to use in order to complete the project
What you need to supply:
  • Lunch - please bring your own or feel free to pop into Knowle to get some lunch from the local shop/cafe.
  • Materials for dress project to include fabric, matching thread, interfacing (for woven version), your waist measurement in 1cm wide elastic. You will be advised on how much fabric to bring and what sort of fabric to choose prior to the course.
  • If you would like to use your overlocker too either finish off the seams on the woven dress or use it to sew up the stretchy version then feel free to bring it along.
  • Suggested fabrics:
  • Woven version - light to medium weight drapey fabric (nothing too stiff) like chambray, viscose, rayon, gingham, tencel, double guaze, cotton lawn, linen.
  • Stretchy version: - single knit jersey, stretch velvet, light weight French Terry.
Size range: Full bust – 30"-48" Waist - 24"-42" Hips - 33"-51" The pattern will be sent to you in advance of the class and there will be a small amount of pattern preparation prior to the class to enable more time on the day itself. Maximum of 6 spaces. Lorna says: “I absolutely love my 2 Lottta dresses, they are so comfy yet really stylish! It's a great pattern as you can make it both in woven and stretchy fabrics so if you choose one version to do in the class you can always try the other version another time! The skirt is really swishy and the pockets on the woven version are extra deep! As the bodice and sleeves are one pattern piece, there are no fiddly bits inserting the sleeves which is a massive bonus!"

Cost: £120

Learn to sew a pair of pyjama trousers

Learn to sew a pair of pyjama trousers in this 2 part sewing course.

It is an ideal first dressmaking project or for those that haven’t sewn following a pattern before.

The learn to sew a pair of pyjama trousers class will be run over 2 sessions. You must be able to attend both dates to complete the workshop.

Tuesday 11th October 2022 10-12.30pm 

Tuesday 18th October 2022 10-12.30pm 

LOCATION:

This workshop will take place at the All About The Sew sewing studio in Knowle, Solihull. For further info on the studio see here.

 

The 2 part class will use the Tilly and the Buttons Jaimie pyjama trouser pattern.

“Jaimie is an ideal first sewing project for newbies, or a quick and satisfying make for existing stitch addicts. Choose between full-length pyjama bottoms or flirty boyfriend shorts, with optional drawstring detail. The low-rise, elasticated waist and relaxed-fit leg make these PJs oh so comfy to wear. You’ll never want to get dressed when you’re wearing your Jaimie jammies!” (taken from the Tilly and the Buttons website)

You will learn how to:

  • Take essential body measurements and select your pattern size
  • Identify pattern pieces required
  • Lengthen/shorten pattern pieces if required
  • Accurately cut out pattern pieces
  • Sew an elasticated waistband
  • Identify the grainline of the fabric and lay out pattern pieces correctly
  • Follow a commercial sewing pattern
  • Sew automatic buttonholes (this is an optional extra for the drawstring version. If you want to keep it simple leave those out)

For more confident sewists, there is an option to add in seam pockets.

What is included:

  • Paper pattern and step by step instruction booklet worth £13.00 (this will be sent to you prior to the workshop).
  • Full tuition in order to make your garment

Pattern sizing

The Jaimie sewing pattern is sized between UK sizes 4-24. Size 4 is an XS size which is perfect for tweens and teenagers. Tilly and the Buttons have also added  sizes 9 and 10 to several of their patterns (UK 22 and 24), increasing their size range even further.

For a larger image of the sizing chart please see here.

You will need to measure yourself in order to know how much fabric to get. You cannot compare to high street sizes. Please get in touch if you are uncertain.

You will need to measure your waist, hip and inside leg. Please refer to my blog post on measuring yourself accurately for help with the waist and hip measurements.

You will need to get:

  • Fabric

Shorts:

For 115cm/45″ wide fabrics you will need 1m for all sizes

For 150cm/60″ wide fabrics you will need 1m for all sizes

Trousers:

For 115cm/45″ wide fabrics you will need 2.5m for all sizes

For 150cm/60″ wide fabrics, Sizes 0-3: 1.7m, Sizes 4-6: 2.1m, Sizes 7-10: 2.5m

  • 25mm (1″) wide elastic – the length of your low waist measurement (where your shorts or pyjamas are likely to sit) – this is available to buy in the studio
  • For the drawstring version you will need either ribbon/cord or some of your main fabric to make the drawstring.
  • Optional – trim to go round the bottom of the shorts or trousers e.g. ric rac, ribbon, pom poms

Fabric suggestions: 

Light- to medium-weight woven fabrics such as cotton lawn, shirting, “quilting cotton”, flannel, double gauze and viscose (rayon).

Please give me a call if you are in any doubt about fabric choices or suggestions of where to buy from.

It is recommended to pre wash your fabric before the workshop as it is likely to shrink a little in the first wash.

Cost £70

 

Lorna says:

” We all need pyjamas and how amazing to make your own where you can choose just the right fabric you like and make them to fit you. Whether you need to make them shorter or longer, with pockets, shorts….anything is possible! I love my Jaimie pyjama trousers and have made several pairs of shorts for teenagers including one pair that uses mix and match fat quarters.”

 



 

Bookings

£70.00

WeightN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
DimensionsN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Additional information
Date

Thursday 16th March 2023 – 9.30am-4.30pm, Monday 3rd July 2023 – 9.30am-4.30pm

Date

Thursday 25th May 2023 9.30am- 1pm

Date

Monday 20th February 2023 10am-12.30pm

Date

Friday 12th May 2023 9.30am-12.30pm

Date

Saturday 20th May 2023 9.30am-4.30pm

Date

11/10/2022 & 18/10/2022 – 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Select the fields to be shown. Others will be hidden. Drag and drop to rearrange the order.
  • Image
  • SKU
  • Rating
  • Price
  • Stock
  • Availability
  • Add to cart
  • Description
  • Content
  • Weight
  • Dimensions
  • Additional information
  • Attributes
  • Custom attributes
  • Custom fields
Click outside to hide the comparison bar
Compare